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Jyotisha and [[Ayurveda (आयुर्वेदः)|Ayurveda]] have been associated with each other since ancient times. Ayurveda is the ancient knowledge of life and longevity. The field of Ayurveda is vast including astrology in its fold. In Ayurveda, in addition to medicine, there is a system of treatment with  gemstones and recitation of mantras under the [[Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa (दैवव्यपाश्रया चिकित्सा)|Daivavyapashraya]] therapy. In the past, knowledge of Jyotisha was a prerequisite for a qualified physician. This made diagnosis easier. Jyotisha can better analyze the nature of the disease, the area of influence of the disease, the diagnosis, as well as the incubation period and causes of the disease.

Jyotisha and [[Ayurveda (आयुर्वेदः)|Ayurveda]] have been associated with each other since ancient times. Ayurveda is the ancient knowledge of life and longevity. The field of Ayurveda is vast including astrology in its fold. In Ayurveda, in addition to medicine, there is a system of treatment with  gemstones and recitation of mantras under the [[Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa (दैवव्यपाश्रया चिकित्सा)|Daivavyapashraya]] therapy. In the past, knowledge of Jyotisha was a prerequisite for a qualified physician. This made diagnosis easier. Jyotisha can better analyze the nature of the disease, the area of influence of the disease, the diagnosis, as well as the incubation period and causes of the disease.

== परिचय || Introduction ==

== परिचय || Introduction ==

The diseases that arise in our life are the results of threefold karmas. The advent of diseases is the result of congenital disease, hereditary disease, and the resultant of Sanchita or accumulated karma. In Jyotisha, information regarding diseases can be obtained through the twelve zodiac signs, the nine planets, the twenty-seven constellations, etc. Each of the zodiac signs, planets, etc. located in the birth cycles represent some or other parts of the body. The planet, etc., which has an inauspicious effect, may result in causing disease on the organ concerned. In this regard, the study of Vimshottaridasha (or other types of dashas) derived on the basis of moon's phases is important. For the knowledge of jyotisha, the three points of the horoscope are studied.

The diseases that arise in our life are the results of threefold karmas. The advent of diseases is the result of congenital disease, hereditary disease, and the resultant of Sanchita or accumulated karma. In Jyotisha, information regarding diseases can be obtained through the twelve zodiac signs, the nine planets, the twenty-seven constellations, etc. Each of the zodiac signs, planets, etc. located in the birth cycles represent some or other parts of the body. The planet, etc., which has an inauspicious effect, may result in causing disease on the organ concerned. In this regard, the study of Vimshottaridasha (or other types of dashas) derived on the basis of moon's phases is important. For the knowledge of jyotisha, the three points of the horoscope are studied.

* Lagna - Lagna represents the bodily features and outward personality

* '''Lagna''' - Lagna represents the bodily features and outward personality

It is generally understood that Lagna represents the brain, the moon represents the mind, the abdomen and the senses, the sun represents the soul/self and the heart. An analysis of these three separately and their inter-relationships with each other is the key aspect. This study will prove to be very useful in the context of jyotisha and Ayurveda. By consultation with a skilled astrologer not only is the situation clarified, diseases are cured with utmost ease as well (by Grahapreetikara [[Dana (दानम्)|dana]], [[Mantra (मंत्र)|mantra]] japa, bathing with medicinal herbs, wearing gem stones etc.). Thus a skilled astrologer can become a guide for both the medical practitioner and the patient.

* '''Surya''' - Surya represents the subtle body/atma/self, Iccha-shakti or the power of desire, Tejas or brilliance and luminous nature.

* '''Chandra''' - The moon is related to the mind and inward personality, thoughts and emotions.

Uses of Jyotisha in Ayurveda

It is generally understood that Lagna represents the brain, the moon represents the mind, the abdomen and the senses, the sun represents the soul/self and the heart. An analysis of these three separately and their inter-relationships with each other is the key aspect. This study will prove to be very useful in the context of jyotisha and Ayurveda. By consulting a skilled astrologer not only is the situation clarified, diseases are cured with utmost ease as well (by Grahapreetikara [[Dana (दानम्)|dana]], [[Mantra (मंत्र)|mantra]] japa, bathing with medicinal herbs, wearing gem stones etc.). Thus a skilled astrologer can become a guide for both the medical practitioner and the patient.

Jyotisha completely assists medical science. Without the knowledge of astrology, the time of preparation of the medicine cannot be ascertained. Astrology prescribes Muhurta for the preparation of medicines. By collecting and preparing the medicinal plant during the auspicious Muhurta, the medicinal properties gets influenced by specific planet rays and acquires special properties. Jyotisha is also helpful in knowing the cause, extent, and duration of the disease in the human body.

 

Jyotisha complements medical science. Without the knowledge of astrology, the time of preparation of the medicine cannot be ascertained. Astrology prescribes Muhurta for the preparation of medicines. By collecting and preparing the medicinal plant during the auspicious Muhurta, the medicinal properties gets influenced by specific planet rays and acquires special properties. Jyotisha is also helpful in knowing the cause, extent, and duration of the disease in the human body.<blockquote>आतुरमुपक्रममाणेन भिषजायुरादावेव परीक्षितव्यम् | (सु.सं.सूत्रस्थानम् ३५/३)</blockquote>Lord Dhanvantari said to [[Acharya Sushruta (आचार्य सुश्रुतः)|Acharya Sushruta]] that - <blockquote>आयुः पूर्व परीक्षेत् पश्चाल्लक्षणमादिशेत् |  

आतुरमुपक्रममाणेन भिषजायुरादावेव परीक्षितव्यम् | (सु.सं.सूत्रस्थानम् ३५/३)

 

Lord Dhanvantari said to Acharya Sushruta that -  

 

आयुः पूर्व परीक्षेत् पश्चाल्लक्षणमादिशेत् |  

 

 

 

 

 

भैषज्यं सल्लघुमृदुचरे मूलभे द्व्यङ्गलग्ने |

भैषज्यं सल्लघुमृदुचरे मूलभे द्व्यङ्गलग्ने |

शुक्रेन्द्विज्ये विदि च दिवसे चापि तेषां रवेश्च |

शुक्रेन्द्विज्ये विदि च दिवसे चापि तेषां रवेश्च |

शुद्धे रिष्फद्युनमृतिगृहे स्त्तिथौ नो जनेर्भे || [1]

शुद्धे रिष्फद्युनमृतिगृहे स्त्तिथौ नो जनेर्भे || <ref>Dvivedi, Vindhyeshewari Prasad. (2018) ''Muhurta Chintamani Manipradeepa Tika sahit.'' Varanasi: Choukhambha Surabharati Prakashan (p.88)</ref></blockquote>By knowing the above-mentioned Nakshatra, Vara, Rashi, Tithi, Grahashuddhi, and the strength of the planets, it is said to be best to consume the medicines in such Ayuprada yoga. The author of Dipika is of the opinion that one should never start to consume medicines in the birth star or constellation.

By knowing the above-mentioned Nakshatra, Vara, Rashi, Tithi, Grahashuddhi, and the strength of the planets, it is said to be best to consume the medicines in such Ayuprada yoga. The author of Dipika is of the opinion that one should never start to consume medicines in the birth star or constellation.  

Many concepts related to health are described as yogas in jyotisha shastra through planets, zodiac signs, and bhava (houses). Astrological texts, while taking diseases seriously, have first considered their distinctions. According to the Prashna shashtra, diseases are mainly classified into two types -<ref>Shukla, A. ''Udararogon mein grahayog ki sameeksha vartamaan sandarbh mein samalochanatmak adhyayan.'' Mewar University (2021) Chapter 2 (p.38)</ref><blockquote>

निजा शरीर चित्तोत्था दृष्टादृष्टनिमित्तजाः | तथैवागन्तुकाश्चैवं व्याधयः स्युश्चतुर्विधाः || (प्रश्नमा. १२/१७-१९) <ref>Punnasseri Nambi Neelakantha Sarma, ''Prasna Marga with the explanatory foot-notes''. Palakkad: Sri Girvani Pustakashala (p 167)</ref> </blockquote>Which translates as : The classification of diseases are as follows: In various Shastras (Ayurvedic texts such as Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Kaashyapa Samhita, Ashtanga Sangraha, Ashtangahrudaya, etc.), there are two types of diseases, based on Nija (internal) and Agantuka (external) factors and further these two types can be classified into two types each.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

निजा शरीर चित्तोत्था दृष्टादृष्टनिमित्तजाः |  

 

तथैवागन्तुकाश्चैवं व्याधयः स्युश्चतुर्विधाः || (प्रश्नमा. १२/१७-१९) [3]

 

Which translates as : The classification of diseases are as follows: In various Shastras (Ayurvedic texts such as Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Kaashyapa Samhita, Ashtanga Sangraha, Ashtangahrudaya, etc.), there are two types of diseases, based on Nija (internal) and Agantuka (external) factors and further these two types can be classified into two types each.  

These diseases can be considered in detail as follows -  

These diseases can be considered in detail as follows -  

1. Sahaja Roga (Nij Rog) - Sahaja roga refers to those that are congenital i.e. present in the body at birth. These congenital diseases are also of two types - bodily and mental.

# Sahaja Roga (निजरोगः) - Sahaja roga refers to those that are congenital i.e. present in the body at birth. These congenital diseases are also of two types - bodily and mental.  

 

# Agantuka Roga (आगन्तुकरोगः) - Agantuka roga refers to those diseases which arise after birth.

2. Agantuka Roga - Agantuka roga refers to those diseases which arise after birth.

Infectious diseases are also of two types - Drushtinimittajanya - those which arise with visible causes and Adrushtinimittajanya - those which arise due to invisible causes.

Infectious diseases are also of two types - Drushtinimittajanya - those which arise with visible causes and Adrushtinimittajanya - those which arise due to invisible causes.

Sahaja roga or diseases - Sahaja roja are those which are congenital i.e. these diseases are present in the physical body at birth. These congenital diseases are also of two types -

Sahaja roga or diseases - Sahaja roja are those which are congenital i.e. these diseases are present in the physical body at birth. These congenital diseases are also of two types -

Physical - In congenital physical diseases some structural diseases like lameness, hunchback, blindness, dumbness, deafness, impotence, infertility, etc are congenital.

# Physical - In congenital physical diseases some structural diseases like lameness, hunchback, blindness, dumbness, deafness, impotence, infertility, etc are congenital.

 

# Mental - Some mental diseases like congenital mental illness, dullness, mania, and insanity are also congenital. All such diseases have been termed as congenital diseases.

Mental - Some mental diseases like congenital mental illness, dullness, mania, and insanity are also congenital. All such diseases have been termed as congenital diseases.

 

Agantuka diseases are also of two types - visual and astigmatic.

Drushtinimittajanya - Diseases caused by direct events such as visible reasons such as curses, abhichara, infections, epidemics, and accidents are called Drushtinimittajanya diseases.

Agantuka diseases are also of two types based on whether the cause of the disease are visible or invisible.

Adrushtinimittajanya - Diseases whose cause is not directly visible are called Adrushtinimittajanya diseases.

# Adrushtinimittajanya - Diseases whose cause is not directly visible are called Adrushtinimittajanya diseases.

The sun and other planets represent all the organs of the human body, metals, the tridoshas namely; Vata, Pitta, Kapha, etc., their internal structure and operational processes.

The sun and other planets represent all the organs of the human body, metals, the tridoshas namely; Vata, Pitta, Kapha, etc., their internal structure and operational processes.

ग्रह अधिष्ठित शरीराङ्ग || Planets Ruling The Body Parts

== शरीराङ्गस्य अधिष्ठितग्रहः || Planets Ruling The Body Parts ==

 

Disease determination is based on the location of the sun and moon in the zodiac.  However, the degree to which they independently influence specific organs or are likely to influence disease can be explained by the following table:<ref>Shri. Nalin Pandey. ''Arogya Ank - Jyotish rog evam upchaar''. Gorakhpur: Gita Press (p283)</ref> -

Disease determination is based on the location of the sun and moon in the zodiac.  However, the degree to which they independently influence specific organs or are likely to influence disease can be explained by the following table: [4] -

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According to Jyotisha the different planets which influence specific bodily parts are as follows:

According to Jyotisha the different planets which influence specific bodily parts are as follows:

# '''Sun''' - bone, bio-electricity, respiratory system.

 

# '''Moon''' - blood, water, endocrine glands (hormones).

# '''Mars''' - Liver, blood cells, digestive system.

 

# '''Mercury''' - Nerve network located in each organ.

According to Indian Darshanas, Ayurveda has been considered to be the origin with respect to the discussion on Tridoshas. It is also called Panchamaveda by some scholars. Ayurveda Shastra was created in response to the saying "Shareeram Vyaadhi Mandiram". There are many forms of medicine available today, but Ayurveda is the originator of all of these available forms. Ayurveda, allopathic, and homeopathic treatments are widely accepted throughout the country. The description of tridoshas is ubiquitous in Indian medicine, namely, diseases caused by Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The medical science is based on these. Tridoshas are also discussed in Jyotisha. The science of planetary constellations is astrology. The importance of the Navagrahas is described in astrology. All these planets are associated with Tridoshas. Of these, some are Vataja (originated due to Vata), some are Pittaja (caused by Pitta), and some are Kaphaja (caused due to Kapha) [5] -

# '''Jupiter''' - Nervous system, memory, intelligence.

 

# '''Venus''' - semen, semen, phlegm, genitals.

. Vataj Planets - Shani, Rahu, Ketu

# '''Saturn''' - Central nervous system, mind.

# '''Rahu and Ketu''' - internal spaces and apana-vayu (the air that governs eliminatory system) inside the body.

. Pittaj Planets - Surya, Mangal, Guru

According to Indian Darshanas, Ayurveda has been considered to be the origin with respect to the discussion on Tridoshas. It is also called Panchamaveda by some scholars. Ayurveda Shastra was created in response to the saying "Shareeram Vyaadhi Mandiram". There are many forms of medicine available today, but Ayurveda is the originator of all of these available forms. Ayurveda, allopathic, and homeopathic treatments are widely accepted throughout the country. The description of tridoshas is ubiquitous in Indian medicine, namely, diseases caused by Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The medical science is based on these. Tridoshas are also discussed in Jyotisha. The science of planetary constellations is astrology. The importance of the Navagrahas is described in astrology. All these planets are associated with Tridoshas. Of these, some are Vataja (originated due to Vata), some are Pittaja (caused by Pitta), and some are Kaphaja (caused due to Kapha)<ref>Shri. Ramachandra Pathak, ''Brhajjatakam jyoti (hindi tika)''. Varanasi: Choukhambha Prakashan (p9-11)</ref> -

. Kaphaj Planets - Shukra, and Chandra

* Kaphaj Planets - Shukra, and Chandra

Mercury is said to be Tatastha (Neutral). During the waning period of these planets or if they are not strong in the natal chart the corresponding Tridoshajanya diseases appear, which has also been experienced in practice.

Mercury is said to be Tatastha (Neutral). During the waning period of these planets or if they are not strong in the natal chart the corresponding Tridoshajanya diseases appear, which has also been experienced in practice.

वातजन्य व्याधियाँ Vata-janya diseases

=== वातजन्य व्याधयः || Vata-janya diseases ===

Vata-janya diseases are caused by the malefic influence of Shani, Rahu, Ketu. In the Charaka Samhita of Ayurveda,  eighty types of these vata diseases are described. There are many classifications and sub-classifications of these eighty types of Vata diseases too, on which medical science is based. In this context, the names of these 80 types of vata diseases are being collected from the Charaka Samhita and given below [6] -

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There are 40 types of Pittajanya diseases. According to Jyotisha shastra, when there is an indication of weak potency and malefic influence of Sun, Mars and Jupiter, they are afflicted by the below listed pathologies (diseases), whose nomenclature is as follows [7] -

There are 40 types of Pittajanya diseases. According to Jyotisha shastra, when there is an indication of weak potency and malefic influence of Sun, Mars and Jupiter, they are afflicted by the below listed pathologies (diseases), whose nomenclature is as follows <ref name=":0" /> -

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Guru (Jupiter), Surya (Sun), and Mangal (Mars) cause these diseases, therefore, it is necessary to diagnose and treat or solve these during the waning effect of these planets.  

Guru (Jupiter), Surya (Sun), and Mangal (Mars) cause these diseases, therefore, it is necessary to diagnose and treat or solve these during the waning effect of these planets.  

कफजन्य व्याधियाँ Kaphajanya Diseases

=== कफजन्य व्याधयः || Kaphajanya Diseases ===

 

Kaphajanya Diseases are caused by the influence of the Moon and Venus. Chandra (Moon) and Shukra (Venus), both of these planets have cooling properties. There are 20 types of Sheetavyaadhi diseases as has been discussed and described in Ayurveda by Maharishi Charaka in the 20th chapter of Charaka Samhita. There are many sub-classifications of these diseases which have been discussed in detail in Ayurveda Shastra. These diseases are given as per context herein below <ref name=":0" />-

Kaphajanya Diseases are caused by the influence of the Moon and Venus. Chandra (Moon) and Shukra (Venus), both of these planets have cooling properties. There are 20 types of Sheetavyaadhi diseases as has been discussed and described in Ayurveda by Maharishi Charaka in the 20th chapter of Charaka Samhita. There are many sub-classifications of these diseases which have been discussed in detail in Ayurveda Shastra. These diseases are given as per context herein below [8] -

 

 

On the basis of these facts, both medical science and Jyotisha have an identifiable relationship. Therefore, if medical sciences is combined with astrology, additional benefits can be provided. The planets and zodiacs are all associated with tridoshas. In Sanskrit, the Linga Bheda Prasanga describes three genders -

1. Stree lingam (Feminine gender)

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2. Pumlingam (Masculine gender)

On the basis of these facts, both Ayurveda and Jyotisha have an identifiable relationship. Therefore, if medical and astronomical sciences are combined  additional benefits can be provided. The planets and zodiacs are all associated with tridoshas. In Sanskrit, the Linga Bheda Prasanga describes three genders -

3. Napunsaka lingam (Neuter gender)

# Napunsaka lingam (Neuter gender)

Among the planets Budha (Mercury) is considered as neuter gender. It (Mercury) takes on the properties of the planet with which it resides  and gives results according to the properties of that particular planet. Therefore, during the waning position of Mercury, its associate resident planet's position and properties should be considered, before making decisions about diseases and its results. Considering its associated planet's properties, the three doshas of Vaata-Kapha-Pitta should be analysed before giving out a solution based on the location of Mercury. Pluto was believed to be Budha according to some scholars. Therefore, based on the planetary situation its quality, temperament, the treatment modality has to be defined.

Among the planets Budha (Mercury) is considered as neuter gender. It (Mercury) takes on the properties of the planet with which it resides  and gives results according to the properties of that particular planet. Therefore, during the waning position of Mercury, its associate resident planet's position and properties should be considered, before making decisions about diseases and its results. Considering its associated planet's properties, the three doshas of Vaata-Kapha-Pitta should be analysed before giving out a solution based on the location of Mercury. Pluto was believed to be Budha according to some scholars. Therefore, based on the planetary situation its quality, temperament, the treatment modality has to be defined.

स्वास्थ्य विचार की ज्योतिषीय उपयोगिता

स्वास्थ्य विचार की ज्योतिषीय उपयोगिता Utility of Jyotisha in health

 

Utility of Jyotisha in health

 

 

 

 

 

The medicinal plants and their alchemical properties are under the influence of the rays of Soma (Moon). It is in common experience that  medicines undergo lot of changes at night that does not happen during the day. The Moon is our neighbouring planetary body. Thus, the Moon accounts for the largest gravitational pull of the planets on us. Jyotish Acharyas have properly investigated the causes of diseases and their cures. The effect of planets definitely have an influence over man. Planets have mutual friendly/enemical relationships and accordingly influence each other. Due to the adverse influence of the planets, the native suffers from various diseases and due to the favourable influence of the planets achieves happiness and prosperity. Therefore, in order to remove the adverse effect, various types of treatments have been mentioned by Acharyas of astrology.

There is immense utility of astrology in the course of health matters. <ref>Krishna Kumar Bhargav (2021) [http://egyankosh.ac.in//handle/123456789/80804 Svasthya aur Jyotish]. New Delhi: Indira Gandhi National Open University</ref>

. The effect of the moon itself makes the circulatory system of our body abnormal.

In Vedic philosophy, the doctrine of "Yatha Pinde Tathaa Brhamaande" has been practiced since ancient times. This theory explains the fact that the same principles that operate in the various activities of luminous bodies within the solar system govern the unit of the solar system located in the body of the creature. As Lord Shri Krishna says in the Gita -<blockquote>गामाविश्य च भूतानि धारयाम्यहमोजसा | पुष्णामि चौषधिः सर्वासोमो भूत्वा रसात्मकः. || (श्री.भ.गी.१५/१६)</blockquote>The medicinal plants and their alchemical properties are under the influence of the rays of Soma (Moon). It is in common experience that  medicines undergo lot of changes at night that does not happen during the day. The Moon is our neighbouring planetary body. Thus, the Moon accounts for the largest gravitational pull of the planets on us. Jyotish Acharyas have properly investigated the causes of diseases and their cures. The effect of planets definitely have an influence over man. Planets have mutual friendly/enemical relationships and accordingly influence each other. Due to the adverse influence of the planets, the native suffers from various diseases and due to the favourable influence of the planets achieves happiness and prosperity. Therefore, in order to remove the adverse effect, various types of treatments have been mentioned by Acharyas of astrology. We find the influence of moon on the human body in the following ways

. It is because of the moon that mental disorders like mania, epilepsy, and physical disorders like blood pressure, anemia, and rheumatism are at their peak on the full moon days compared to other occasions.

* The effect of the moon itself makes the circulatory system of our body abnormal.

* It is because of the moon that mental disorders like mania, epilepsy, and physical disorders like blood pressure, anemia, and rheumatism are at their peak on the full moon days compared to other occasions.

* Brihatjataka author Varahamihira also considers the rutudharma necessary for conception is influenced by the two planets, Mars and the Moon.

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